BIOL251: Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/Lab Module 7 Exam Review / questions Module 7: Peripheral Nervous System, Reflex Activity, and the PNS

BIOL251: Human Anatomy & Physiology I
w/Lab Module 7 Exam Review / questions
Module 7: Peripheral Nervous System, Reflex Activity, and the PNS


Correct answers


Question 1
Which sensory receptor is responsible for detecting the position and movement of
the body?
• Nociceptors
• Exteroceptors
• Interoceptors

• Proprioceptors
Question 2
True or False: Ruffini's corpuscles detect stretch, sustained pressure, and warmth.

• True

• False
Question 3
What is paradoxical cold?
• When warm receptors mistakenly signal cold sensations
• When cold receptors stop firing in extremely cold conditions

• When cold receptors fire in response to an extreme heat stimulus

• When both warm and cold receptors stop firing simultaneously